St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
Gainsborough, DN21 1YN · Lincolnshire · primary school
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209th of 252 primary schools in Lincolnshire we can score, 279 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 1.5/10 against 189 of them, against 0.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (1.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 189 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help students progress towards the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes to ensure individual attention for each child?
What Ofsted said about St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
Overview
St George’s is described as “an integral part of the community” where pupils feel safe and develop “excellent relationships with staff.” The school maintains a vision of high aspiration, underpinned by the motto ‘reach for the stars’, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their next steps. Personal development is highlighted as the “golden thread that runs through school life,” fostering character and community engagement.
Strengths
- The provision for pupils’ personal development is “exceptional,” with opportunities to learn skills such as sewing, singing, and growing food.
- The curriculum is “ambitious and designed specifically for the pupils,” with staff carefully mapping essential knowledge and skills.
- Teachers possess “secure knowledge of the subjects they teach” and provide engaging experiences, such as dissecting sheep hearts in science.
- Reading is the school’s “number one priority,” supported by a new library and effective interventions for those needing extra help.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “included in all aspects of school life” and receive precise support.
Areas to improve
- Ensure all teachers provide work that helps pupils learn the “ambitious goals of the curriculum,” as occasionally tasks do not support future learning effectively.
- Address instances where teachers do not “address pupils’ misconceptions effectively” after checking understanding.
- Ensure consistent opportunities for pupils to develop their writing across the curriculum, as they do not yet benefit from sufficient planned practice in subjects other than English.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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